Daily Life of the Ancient Romans (Daily Life Through History Series)

by David Matz

Overview

Discover the ins and outs of daily life in Ancient Rome through the eyes of the Romans themselves.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781573566889
Publisher:	ABC-CLIO, Incorporated
Publication date:	10/30/2001
Series:	Greenwood Press Daily Life Through History Series
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	3 MB
Age Range:	14 - 17 Years

About the Author

DAVID MATZ is Associate Professor, Humanities, at Saint Bonaventure University./e

Table of Contents

	Chronology	vii
	Introduction	xi
1.	Education	1
2.	Slavery	13
3.	Food and Dining	23
4.	Housing	35
5.	Travel	49
6.	Politics	59
7.	Family Life	71
8.	Holidays and Leisure Activities	83
9.	Sports and Amusements	97
10.	Religion	127
11.	Retirement	133
Appendix	Roman Authors	141
	Bibliographic Essay	151
	Selected Bibliography of Modern Works	155
	Index	157

Editorial Reviews

The book's use of primary sources to illustrate daily experiences makes it valuable both for the historical and cultural background it presents and for the wide array of Roman voices it includes. Its chapter arrangement and direct, informative style make it an excellent supplementary text for courses on classical literature. The chronology and brief biographies of Roman authors are valuable and uncomplicated resources --Okey Goode, Lewis-Clark State College

A very good, comprehensive introduction to Roman life. Especially valuableare the primary source quotes that let the ancients speak for themselves. I am particularly pleased that the author even probed the treasury of CIL in digging up primary sources. This helps students realize that the treasury of ancient Roman literature is vast, and is handed down to us in various forms. . . the index of authors, which provides a brief biography and list of major works for each, is especially attractive. Students, I feel, will find this index particularly helpful. All in all, a very fine intro. --Keith C. Wessel, Martin Luther College

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